SB-10045440-7757

Technical Service Bulletin
94F6 UPDATE – Tail Lamp Seal (NVLW)
94 12 73 2029196/1 April 16, 2012.
Model(s)

Year
2009

Audi A4
2010

VIN Range

Vehicle-Specific Equipment

039416 – 039416
100021 – 100021

Not Applicable

000244 – 169782

Condition
This Update has been proactively released to prevent the following condition from occurring in the vehicle:
The contacts of the inner LED tail lights may develop oxidation which may cause malfunctions of the inner LED tail
light. The outer tail lights are not affected and still function properly.
This Update is in effect until removed.
Vehicle must meet all of the following criteria:
• Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 94F6 code in the ElsaWeb Campaign/Action Information
screen on the day of repair.
• Vehicle must be within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Procedure must be performed within the allotted time frame stated in this Technical Service Bulletin.
• Procedure must be performed on applicable vehicles in dealer inventory prior to sale.

Technical Background
On Audi A4 vehicles with LED tail lights manufactured within a specific period, it is possible that oxidation can
occur on the contacts of the inner LED tail lights due to environmental factors. This can lead to malfunctions. The
outer tail lights are not affected and still function properly.

Production Solution
The seals on the inner tail light assemblies must be replaced on the affected vehicles.

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Service
1. Replace seals for inner tail
light assemblies (left and
right sides).

Figure 1. Tail light.
Tip: To remove the old seals, warm gently with a hot air blower. Use the lowest setting, as
excessive heat causes the tail light assemblies to deform.

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Warranty
Update Time
Requirements/
Reimbursement

To ensure prompt and proper payment, be sure to immediately enter the applicable
reimbursement code listed below upon completion of the repair work. Claims will be
paid only for vehicles that show the 94F6 code in the ElsaWeb Campaign/Action
Information screen on the day of repair.

94F6 Saga Claim Entry Procedure
Check ElsaWeb to determine whether Update 94F6 is open.

Service No.: 94F6
Damage Code: 0099
Parts Manufacturer - Removed part: 002
Claim Type
Sold vehicle = 7 10
Unsold vehicle = 7 90
Saga Accounting Instructions
Criteria ID

Repair operation

Labor Operation Number

TU

LS

Replace seal for inner tail light
assembly (left side)

9439 5599

20 TU

RS

Replace seal for inner tail light
assembly (right side)

9439 5599

20 TU

Part Number

Part Description

Quantity

8K5 998 191

Parts Kit – seal

1

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There is no reimbursement for vehicle wash or loaner vehicle.
If the vehicle is outside of the specified warranty period, the customer has the option to pay for the repair.
If the customer agrees to pay for the repair:
Fax the information to (248) 754-5093 and provide VIN, applicable Service Number, Customer Info, Dealer
Number and Date.
If the customer does not agree to pay for the repair:
Fax the information to (248) 754-5093 and provide VIN, applicable Service Number, Customer Info, Dealer
Number and Date.

Additional Actions Some of the affected vehicles may be involved in additional Actions.
Please check your ElsaWeb Campaign/Action Information screen so that
any additional required work can be done simultaneously.
Update
Verification

For verification, always check the ElsaWeb Campaign/Action Information
screen. The ElsaWeb system is the only binding inquiry and verification
system; other systems are not valid and may result in non-payment of a
claim.

Help for Claim
Input

For questions regarding claim input, contact the Warranty Helpline.

Required
Customer
Notification

Inform your customer in writing by recording on the Repair Order any and
all work that was conducted on the vehicle, including any and all updates
completed under this Update.

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Required Parts and Tools
Part Number

Part Description

Quantity

8K5 998 191

Parts Kit – seal

1

• Properly destroy and dispose of removed parts in accordance with all state and local requirements, unless
otherwise indicated and/or requested through SAGA.
• If you have exhausted your allocated parts and you require additional parts for vehicles affected by this Update
but have exceeded your Upper Order Limit, please submit your requests for additional parts via email to
upperorderlimits@audi.com. Be sure to include the affected VINs with your order. Prior to submitting your
request, ensure that each vehicle has the 94F6 code open in ElsaWeb. Your order will be reviewed and
processed accordingly.

Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this Update are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with
your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.

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